Chicago police officers opened fire on a dog that allegedly charged them during a predawn well-being check in Roseland, authorities said. The encounter unfolded around 3 a.m. Friday in the 11200 block of South Eggleston Avenue, and ended with the dog uninjured and secured inside the home by its owner. Both officers discharged their weapons toward the animal, and no people were hurt. Police have not announced any charges.
Officers Fire After Dog Reportedly Charges At Them
According to FOX 32 Chicago, the Chicago Police Department said the officers were conducting a well-being check when a dog rushed at them, prompting both officers to fire in the animal’s direction. The outlet reports the dog was not struck, the owner then secured the pet inside the residence, and no injuries were reported.
Roseland Has Seen Tense Dog Encounters Before
The far South Side has logged other dog-related police responses in recent years. In March 2024, ABC7 Chicago reported that an officer shot and hit an unleashed dog in Roseland during an investigation, an incident that left another officer treated for a leg injury. Local coverage has documented multiple occasions where officers discharged their weapons during confrontations with animals on the South Side.
What Police Have Said So Far
Authorities have not released further details about what led to the well-being check or how many shots were fired, and they reiterated that no charges have been announced, per FOX 32 Chicago. Detectives are expected to gather statements and any available evidence as the department reviews the shooting, and officials have not given a timeline for any administrative review.
